{"id":39179,"date":"2026-04-29T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/blog\/avoid-the-just-no-camper-heres-how-to-choose-a-camper-that-suits-you\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T08:32:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T06:32:25","slug":"avoid-the-almost-but-not-quite-camper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/en\/in-depth\/avoid-the-almost-but-not-quite-camper\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid the \u2018almost-but-not-quite\u2019 camper: how to choose a camper that suits you"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you dream of your own RV? Then in addition to the choices about budget and sleeping space, you are faced with another important decision. Will you choose a standard motorhome, have a motorhome completely conceived and built by yourself, or go for a middle ground? Each option has its own advantages. In this blog, we will help you find the itinerary that suits you.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The standard motorhome: convenience and a large network<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard motorhome &#8211; this is also affectionately called &#8220;the white refrigerator camper&#8221; &#8211; rolls off the assembly line in large numbers. These motorhomes from the major motorhome brands from Germany and France are often ready for immediate delivery in the showroom as stock models &#8211; new or occassion. In other cases, they are special ordered, with delivery times that can take up to several months.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Availability:<\/strong> stock models are often available immediately or fairly quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Service network:<\/strong> you have the security of a large international service network. This makes spare parts and repairs easy to arrange (even on the road). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Investment:<\/strong> the resale value is fairly stable because the brand and quality are widely known in the market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The drawbacks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thirteen-in-a-dozen:<\/strong> you are stuck with standard layouts and have hardly any options to add your own flavor. The risk is that you&#8217;ll be looking at a &#8220;just-not-camper&#8221; for the next 20 years. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Atmosphere:<\/strong> the use of standard materials often makes the interior feel little unique.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Camper completely self-conceived: freedom and risk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With full custom builds, you start with a blank sheet of paper. Your choices are thought out and built exactly as you envision them. This, of course, gives you a lot of freedom, but also brings responsibility.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Complete freedom:<\/strong> you decide everything yourself based on your unique vision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Design:<\/strong> you choose your own building materials and create a design that doesn&#8217;t drive around anywhere else.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The van: <\/strong>You decide which van will be the base of your house on wheels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The drawbacks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cost &amp; time:<\/strong> the price is often higher than for a standard RV. This is because a lot of development and construction time is required for such a one-off design (one-off). Also the production time is often a lot longer.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical risk:<\/strong> because you are reinventing the wheel, the build is often heavier and sometimes lower quality due to lack of optimization. The final quality depends entirely on the expertise of the builder. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resale value:<\/strong> it is generally lower. The quality is difficult for a subsequent buyer to assess and the layout is sometimes too specific for the rest of the market. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VAN-Jorn&#8217;s modular system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you thought about this? Realizing your ideal execution within a proven formula. That is our specialty. We are a factory that delivers reliable quality, but where you remain in control of the layout.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You put together your interior with a choice of some 40 modules, dozens of colors and a huge selection of floors. You get a personalized motorhome that is truly yours, built to an advanced standard.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Design:<\/strong> Stylish and award-winning interior design, designed in-house.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Value:<\/strong> The brand and design of VAN-Jorn is very well known in the Netherlands and Germany. There are already hundreds of VAN-Jorn campers driving around and there is much demand for occassions.   <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your own style:<\/strong> Choose your modules, layout and personalize the colors, fabrics and floor to your taste.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reliable:<\/strong> you get a well-tested interior system that meets all safety standards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The drawbacks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Base vehicle:<\/strong> VAN-Jorn modular installation is available for the Peugeot Boxer (\u2260 Fiat Ducato) and the Mercedes Sprinter.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Delivery time:<\/strong> Custom produced for you, delivery time is often around 6 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wondering what modules are available?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-b192c3d7 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button gutenberg-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/en\/modules\/\" style=\"background-color:#e37e2b;padding-top:12px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:12px;padding-left:20px;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:700;line-height:1.5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\"><\/i>  View our modules here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2.5rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Modules banner en\" class=\"wp-image-30080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/modules-banner-en.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"12175\" src=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091-681x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091-1022x1536.jpg 1022w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/small_VanJorn114091.jpg 1362w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"681\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"12178\" src=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-681x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-681x1024.webp 681w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-768x1154.webp 768w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-1022x1536.webp 1022w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1-1362x2048.webp 1362w, https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/VanJorn63022-scaled-1.webp 1703w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 681px) 100vw, 681px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which choice suits you?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The right choice depends on your budget, your needs and the time you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want to hit the road tomorrow and are fine with a thirteen-in-a-dozen model? Then the <strong>standard motorhome<\/strong> is a safe route. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you have very specific requirements and does budget play a secondary role? Then <strong>completely inventing your own<\/strong> is a great adventure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looking for a personalized RV with the security of a high-quality, well-developed system? Then the <strong>modular approach of a VAN-Jorn<\/strong> is a very good match. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are happy to think with you to realize your ideal RV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column blog-spotlight has-border-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-color:#333333;border-width:1px;background-color:#333333;padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center spotlight-item-title has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\">Starting with a blank canvas? Of course you can! <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center spotlight-item-desc has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\">Decide it all by yourself. Furniture, layout, accessories and colors. In our configurator you can puzzle with this endlessly.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons spotlight-item-cta is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button gutenberg-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.qmaze.nl\/default.aspx?page=22&amp;itemid=Camper&amp;language=NL\" style=\"background-color:#e37e2b;padding-top:12px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:12px;padding-left:20px;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:700;line-height:1.5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\"><\/i> To the configurator<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column blog-spotlight has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:30px;padding-right:30px;padding-bottom:30px;padding-left:30px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center spotlight-item-title has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\" style=\"color:#333333\">Fancy designing something for real?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center spotlight-item-desc has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#333333\">Then make an appointment with us in the workshop. Then we&#8217;ll show you everything, go over the possibilities and create a design together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons spotlight-item-cta is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button gutenberg-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/vanjorn.com\/en\/come-and-see\/\" style=\"background-color:#e37e2b;padding-top:12px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:12px;padding-left:20px;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-weight:700;line-height:1.5\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-angle-right\" style=\"margin-right:15px;\"><\/i> Make an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you dream of your own RV? 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